Behind the Scenes :: Ribbon Placecard Frame

I want to share with you a unique presentation idea for placecards we did for our Parisian Garden theme wedding in April. Part of my creative process with my weddings is designing one-of-a-kind pieces as part of our decor schemes.

{ ribbon placecard frame | photo: Picture That Photography }

Start with an oversized picture frame – thrift stores are a great place to go looking for something large and relatively inexpensive. I was drawn to the structure of the frame, even if I wasn’t keen on the picture.

I removed the photo, sanded the frame and got it ready for painting.

I often use spray paint (prime it first if not wood) – I painted everything in a silver for our Parisian Garden wedding.

Now, because I want to use this frame for multiple weddings – I made an inner frame for attaching the ribbon that will sit inside the placecard frame. I added ribbon one line at a time. I like using a mix of ribbons and colors. Once the ribbon frame is complete and secure, it’s time to place it inside the frame.

On site on the wedding day, the placecards were arranged and ready to greet the guests!

PS. It took 165 feet of ribbon to create this ribbon frame and it was designed to hold up to 80 placecards

What unique elements are you creating for your wedding day?

Jolyn | Lifestyle Wedding Planner & Designer
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